Historic ensemble reinterpreted

Located north of the Danube, the Dirnbergergut was a former farmstead made up of two distinct parts: a residential building with a disused inn and a barn once used as a pigsty and rental space. The conversion aimed to create three equal residential units for multiple generations, integrating the barn’s historical character into the new design.

Layered architectural strategy

The concept retained the barn’s key features—its brick pillars and timber roof—as core structural elements. A new living unit was inserted into the barn as a freestanding volume, slightly distanced from the original walls. The preserved roof structure remains visible from the inside, creating a dialogue between past and present and framing views both inward and outward.

Open planning and clear contrasts

The new structure is organized around a compact central block containing all technical functions. Its understated facade contrasts with the robust texture of the original brick, reinforcing the barn’s presence. Covered outdoor areas extend the living space and strengthen the link between indoors and the surrounding rural setting.

Harmonious coexistence of eras

The project blends old and new through careful spatial planning and material restraint. The result is a quiet transformation: a set of contemporary dwellings that respond to modern needs while preserving the atmospheric quality of the original farmstead.

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